A series of organised walks around Reading has been organised by the Council’s Culture and Sport Development Team.
On August 20th, a walk around Linear Park, Calcot, Reading is taking place. This is a led walking excursion.
September sees three walks at Palmer Park on September 7th, Reading Museum Riverside walk on September 22nd, and a walk from Reading Museum to the Riverside Museum on September 24th.
As part of Black History Month, a pied piper trail led walk will begin from Las Iguanas Restaurant (Oracle), on October 29th. And in December, a Christmas walk will take place in Reading. Free transport is available from various pick up points.
Jeanette Skeats, the Reading Council’s Policy Advisor for Culture and Sport, said: "Reading is steeped in history and has many beautiful open spaces. This walking programme is a great way for the people of Reading and visitors to the town to find out more about Reading and the place they live.
"I would encourage everyone to join in. Walking is not only a good way to exercise but these organised walks are an opportunity to meet new people."
Kingsley Royal, Reading Football Club’s popular mascot, took a break from pre-season training recently to join a special football themed heritage walk.
Led by club historian, David Downs, the tour took a number of significant football sights including the lion in Forbury Gardens, which features on the club’s badge.
A series of free, Reading guided heritage walks continue throughout the summer and autumn.
For further information on Reading Walks and the guided heritage walks, email Jennifer.cottrell@reading.gov.uk or call (0118) 937 4051.
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